Shopping in Angeles City
Within the rich and bustling city of Angeles City, there are many shopping spots that you can check out if you're visiting.
Yat’s Wine Shop
Clark Freeport Zone has some of the best wine cellars in the Philippines. The Yats Restaurant & Wine Bar houses over 7000 bottles of fine wine and rare old vintage wine well-kept inside two walk-in wine cellars. Yats Wine Cellars and affiliate wine and dine establishments are open to serve seven days a week.
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Rosa's Quilts
Established in 1979, Rosa’s Quilts is a household name when it comes to fine contemporary and traditional quilts, baby blankets, hand appliqué and embroidery. At Rosa’s, made to order quilts are accepted, as well as unfinished ones. Edna Rosas, the founder of the premier quilting establishment consider quilting as a “labor of love”. It’s her passion to make fine quilts that made Rosa’s Quilts the best choice for quality quilts.
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Marquee Mall
Marquee Mall is one of the newer shopping spots in Angeles which carries upscale brands and shops that can please even the pickiest of shoppers. It also features a large activity center and an al fresco area where people can hang out and mingle. Marquee Mall also has its own supermarket and department store.
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Nepo Mall
Nepo Mall smaller compared to other shopping malls but features local and small scale retailers which makes for the perfect spot for bargain hunting. Popular to many locals, Nepo Mall's central location makes it accessible and its size still offers up a good selection of products and dining outlets.
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Christmas Lanterns
Pampanga is the Christmas capital of the Philippines. Parol or Christmas lantern is one of the most-loved Christmas decorations by the Filipinos. Held every December at San Fernando, the “Ligligan Parul” or Giant Lantern Festival is one of the most celebrated Christmas events in the region. The first lantern festival was held to honor President Manuel L. Quezon way back early 1900s. Through the years, the lanterns grew bigger, brighter and more complex. As early as October, Christmas lanterns, in varying shapes, sizes and colors, are being displayed and sold along the streets of Pampanga. For every Filipino family, hanging and lighting a Parol is an ultimate expression of faith, love and hope.
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SM Clark
SM Malls are one of the most popular and widely spread shopping spots in the Philippines. SM is known for offering products and services for people who are on a budget, but also carry high end branded products. SM also features two outlets: SM Hypermarket and SM Department Store. SM Hypermarket is a big supermarket offering local and international produce, meat, and many other grocery items. SM Department Store offers items more for personal use such as clothing, jewelry, school supplies, toys and many more.
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Woodcrafts – Layug, Tayag and HILAGA Pilipinas
Wood carving is also Pampanga speciality. Betis, a town in Guagua is known for their religious masterpieces that come in various sizes. Betis Galleria is the most popular when it comes to life size wood statues. Owned by Wilfredo Tadeo Layug, award winning sculptor and international artist, the gallery is the home of some of the best wood carvings in the Philippines.
For modern contemporary wood displays, Claude Tayag in Angeles City is the place to go to. Tayag is an accomplished painter, sculptor, furniture designer, chef, food and travel writer. His gallery showcases uniquely handsome creations that are perfect as home decorations. He is known for his dynamic, experimental concepts.
HILAGA Pilipinas on the other hand, is formerly known as Paskuhan Village. It was launched in 2003 and considered as the best place to get a glimpse of various local crafts that can be found in the different northern provinces of the Philippines nicely segregated in several exhibit halls. Each hall showcases the best of the region it represents. HILAGA Pilipinas is conveniently located near San Fernando Exit, a few minutes away from the Giant Lantern Festival.
Philippine Shops on MacArthur Hi-Way
Angeles City’s lively suburbs are not just about exciting attractions. Countless thrift shops are also scattered along the busy MacArthur Hi-way. The main city road goes past many colorful shops and business establishments, adding extra delight to the shopaholic travelers.
Located downtown Angeles City, Robinson’s Place is the place to get cheap personal effects, gifts and affordable imported items. The Pure Gold shop in Dau, along MacArthur Hi-way is also popular among locals for it offers quality products at affordable prices.
The Mheas Custom Woodcraft, on the other hand is a specialty store the offers beautiful woodcrafts made from the finest woods available. For European visitors longing for home delicacies, Edelweiss Delicatessen is must-try. The store is a mishmash of Swiss, German and Austrian delicacies. It is located near the Clark jeepney terminal.
